Why Your Practice Never Shows Up on the Course (And How To Fix It)
Jonathan Chown (JChownGolf) explains why range performance often fails to translate to the golf course and provides a structured three-part practice framework to fix it. He demonstrates how to balance technical block practice with randomized yardage drills and high-pressure tee-shot games. By incorporating feedback tools and a full pre-shot routine into practice, golfers can bridge the gap between the driving range and tournament play.
Divide your practice into three compartments: block practice (technique), randomized yardage (scoring), and pressure games (application).
Always use a feedback mechanism (like alignment sticks or wrist sensors) during block practice to ensure you aren't just 'timing' poor technique.
Practice random yardages between 40-150 yards to develop 'touch' rather than just hitting full shots to the same target.
Stress-test your game by hitting shots into narrow fairways using a full pre-shot routine to mimic the nerves felt on the course.
Analyze the results of your pressure games to identify specific technical faults that need to be addressed in your next block practice session.